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nxmr Author

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keep files on computer with iCloud Drive

I have my Desktop and Documents folder shared with the iCloud.

Now, some files get uploaded and the folder gets an icon with a cloud with a download arrow in it. Then I can right-click and choose 'Download now'.

Can I somewhere change these settings? I would like some folders to sync with the iCloud, but the files should always be available on my disk as well.

The case is that I'm working a lot with linked files. And when these files are in the cloud, my Mother file cannot find these linked subfiles anymore...

Thanks for all advise in advance!

MacBook Pro 15″, macOS 11.6

Posted on Feb 21, 2022 3:50 AM

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muguy

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Posted on Feb 21, 2022 4:29 AM

Go to system preferences > Apple ID

Deselect optimize Mac storage

That will keep files from offloading into the cloud. You may need to download the items with the cloud icon.

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